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Rockville, one of the largest cities in Maryland, will host Intervention. Considered by many to be the technological center of the region, Rockville also has a rich cultural history dating back to the 1700s. If this is your first time to the area, here’s a handy guide to area restaurants, shopping, and attractions to help you feel a little more at home.

Food and Dining

You can’t throw a stone without hitting a restaurant in Rockville, but we’ve taken the liberty of picking out some of the better food options within walking distance of Intervention.

Riff’s Lounge
1750 Rockville Pike [Map]“Relax with a glass of wine or a tasty martini under our glass roofed atrium with colleagues or friends. Riff’s in Hilton Washington DC/Rockville is the perfect spot for a casual cocktail, a cup of coffee, a light bite, and some peaceful down time while you enjoy delightful background sounds of light jazz music.”Distance from Convention Hotel: 0 feet

Maria’s Bakery & Cafe
1701 Rockville Pike [Map]A Hong Kong-style cafe that also has a bakery with a wide selection of sweets.Distance from Convention Hotel: 0.2 miles

Kenny’s Sub Shop
130 Rollins Avenue [Map]Some of the best Chinese food in the area at good prices. Apparently they also have subs, but we couldn’t tell you much about those.Distance from Convention Hotel: 0.2 miles

Mosaic Cuisine and Cafe
186 Halpine Road [Map]Waffles and sandwiches by day, steaks and seafood dishes by night.Distance from Convention Hotel: 0.2 miles

Fuddruckers
1592 Rockville Pike [Map]Very good burgers, made to order.Distance from Convention Hotel: 0.2 miles

Lebanese Taverna Cafe
1605 Rockville Pike [Map]Perfect for those times when you wake up in the morning and say “I need Lebanese food today or I’m gonna be pissed.”Distance from Convention Hotel: 0.3 miles

If you’re coming in your own vehicle, or you’re willing to hop on board Ride On Bus #46 which travels up and down Rockville Pike, there are hundreds more restaurants and dining options available to you. You’ve probably already found them on your iPad before even reading this far, but if you want to try things the old-fashioned way, check out some of these resources:

Culture and History

If you have some extra time to check out the surrounding area, you’ll find that Rockville is full of historic and modern attractions worth seeing. Here are some you won’t want to miss if you decide to play tourist.

F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Gravesite
STREET [Map]Rockville’s most famous dead person, F. Scott Fitzgerald, is buried at St. Mary’s Cemetary with his wife, Zelda.Distance from Convention Hotel: 2.0 miles

Shopping

Don’t think for a minute that you’ll have a penny left after hitting the artists and vendors at Intervention, but if you are fortunate enough to escape in one fiscal piece, Rockville area merchants would be happy to relieve you of your remaining funds. Follow these guides for shopping in Rockville and the surrounding area.

Supplies and Services

Just in case you need them, Rockville has several stores offering supplies and services you may need on your trip. And even if you don’t need to hit the stores while you’re here, you may still want to consider a short pilgrimage to the nearby Micro Center electronics superstore if you’re not fortunate enough to have one near you.